Financial Advisor - Edward Jones: Nathan Best, CFP, DFSA

09/02/2026

If some of these feel like luxuries you wish you had. I think it's time we chat...

- Kids are going back to school
- activities are resuming

If this return to normal give you time to have these conversations, please reach out.

09/01/2026

If you're facing a job transition right now, I want you to know: this is a moment to pause, not panic.

Losing a job brings uncertainty, not just about your career, but about managing the financial pieces too. Questions like:

• When should I file for EI benefits?
• What happens to my health insurance and retirement savings?
• How do I adjust my budget without sacrificing what matters most?

These are real questions that deserve thoughtful answers, not rushed decisions. You have options, and you don't have to figure them out alone.

Life throws curveballs. My job is to help you respond with a strategy that works for you.

Need someone to talk through your options? Send me a message. Let's work through this together.

Here are some financial steps to keep you on track as you carve a new path ahead in your career.

08/31/2026

Fix the Leaky Bucket...

While camping last weekend, we took a trip over to Port Dover Beach.

One of my daughters filled a sand pail with water and quickly carried it back from the lake. The problem was that the pail had a massive crack in the bottom.

By the time she made it back, there was almost no water left.

As a dad, it was a funny moment.

As a financial planner, it immediately reminded me of some of the families I meet before we start working together.

They work hard. They earn good incomes. Their businesses are growing. Yet somehow, there never seems to be as much money left over as there should be.

The issue often isn't how much water they're putting into the bucket...it's the crack.

Money quietly leaks away through things like lifestyle creep, inefficient tax strategies, unmanaged debt, unnecessary expenses, lack of savings discipline, or simply not having a plan that gives every dollar a purpose.

I find this to also be true for business owners.

Many are incredibly skilled at generating income, serving clients, and growing their businesses. They're constantly focused on earning the next dollar, landing the next client, or hitting the next milestone. But they rarely take the chance to step back and ask an important question:

"Where is all the money actually going?"

If enough is slipping through the cracks, it almost doesn't matter how much you're pouring into the bucket.

If you're reading this and thinking, "That sounds uncomfortably familiar," you're probably not alone.

The good news is that cracks can be identified. They can be addressed. And when they are, it becomes much easier to make meaningful progress toward your family's goals.

If you feel like money keeps disappearing in your personal life or your business despite all the hard work you're putting in, let's have a conversation. I'd be happy to help you find the cracks.

08/29/2026

The burden of proof shifts back to AI skeptics. NVIDIA's earnings reinforced that AI demand and spending remain robust, with customer demand continuing to outpace supply and little evidence that the AI investment cycle is nearing an end.

How did the markets perform this week? Get the highlights and the latest economic news.

08/28/2026

A new school year is just around the corner, and for many families that means it's time to start drawing from an RESP.

Julie Petrera, our Director of Financial Planning at Edward Jones Canada, shared some helpful perspective in The Canadian Press on the mistakes to avoid — like taking from the wrong portion of the account first, or leaving too much invested in equities too close to withdrawal time.

We work with media to share insights like these because the families we serve are asking these same questions every day. By contributing to credible publications, we help bring timely, trustworthy guidance to clients and families across Canada — not just in our own communities, but wherever these conversations are happening.

If education planning is on your mind, reach out. We're here to help.

As the school year approaches, families across the country are getting ready to tap into their registered education savings plans.

08/28/2026

A Vision Becoming Reality

This week our Ancaster Rotary AM Club had the pleasure of welcoming a representative from Keaton's House Children's Hospice to provide an update on a project our club has been proud to support over the years.

One of the most exciting takeaways was hearing that the hospice is expected to be approximately one year away from completion.

Seeing the preliminary images and plans brought the project to life in a new way. What has been a vision for many years is becoming a place that will provide comfort, care, and support to children with life-limiting conditions and the families who love them.

Projects like this remind me what can be accomplished when a community comes together around a shared purpose. The impact of Keaton's House will extend far beyond the building itself, providing families with resources, support, and compassionate care during some of life's most difficult moments.

We're grateful to have played a small part in helping move this important project forward and look forward to seeing its doors open in the future.

Thank you to everyone who has contributed to making this vision a reality. ❤️

08/27/2026

Keeping up with the markets takes time, research, and ongoing attention.

Most mutual funds give you access to professional investment expertise. Experienced portfolio managers actively manage the fund by researching opportunities, adjusting the portfolio as markets change, and making investment decisions on your behalf.

You also have the confidence of knowing exactly what you own, with fund holdings available through regular reporting and the fund's prospectus.

Ready to put professional management to work for your long-term goals? Call me to set up an appointment and let's get started.

08/26/2026

TWINNING!

Most of the time, we're encouraged to stand out, be different, and show the world what makes us unique.

But sometimes it's fun to blend in with the crowd too.

Case in point: these two.

For at least a little while, they decided matching outfits were the way to go. And while their personalities couldn't be more different, there’s something special about seeing them lean into being sisters and enjoying the things they share in common.

Life is a balance. Sometimes success comes from embracing what makes you different. Other times it comes from recognizing the value of belonging to something bigger than yourself.

Either way, these matching outfits probably won't last forever.

The friendship behind them hopefully will.

08/25/2026

When facing a liquidity event, you have a lot to think about — and it’s not just compensation and taxes. What could the future look like for you and everyone who’s important to you? I’m here to help you hammer this out and build a strategy for what's important to you. Let’s chat.